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When the next solar eclipse can be seen in San Diego

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:03:55 GMT

SAN DIEGO -- Did you miss the "ring of fire" eclipse Saturday morning? Well, you won't have to wait long until the next one.On Apr. 8, 2024, a total eclipse will be seen across North and Central America, drawing out the stars during the daytime as the moon moves into a position that completely covers the sun.The spectacle is described as a "once in a lifetime" experience by those who are lucky enough to catch a glimpse of it. However, like Saturday's solar event, it will only be visible in its entirety across a narrow tract, known as the "path of totality."Projections for the total eclipse's path of totality indicates that it will first be seen in perfect alignment across central Mexico, before it passes northeast through Texas and up towards New York and Canada.A map showing the U.S. path of totality for the 2023 and 2024 solar eclipses can be found below.A map showing where the Moon’s shadow will cross the U.S. during the 2023 annular solar eclipse and 2024 total solar eclipse. (C...

Lamarque, École de Pensée big winners at Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:03:55 GMT

TORONTO — Montreal-based brands Lamarque and École de Pensée took home top prizes at the Canadian Arts and Fashion Awards on Saturday night.Lamarque, which specializes in leather goods, won the award for womenswear designer of the year, while École de Pensée — which uses traditional tailoring and manufacturing techniques — was handed menswear designer of the year at the 10th edition of the event in Toronto.Streetwear designer Dorian Who won the emerging talent, fashion, award, while scarfmaker Life Liveth In Me won the same award for accessories.Accessory Designer of the Year went to Vitaly, which is known for its stainless steel products.Rudsak, a Canadian mainstay, took home outerwear brand of the year, while Cash Labs won the innovation award for its work bringing fashion into the metaverse.Moccasin-maker Manitobah won the fashion impact award, while outerwear company Triarchy won the sustainability prize.This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 14, 2023.The Can...

Back-to-back hat tricks for Matthews as Maple Leafs improve to 2-0

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:03:55 GMT

Auston Matthews registered his second hat trick in as many games to open the season as the Toronto Maple Leafs thumped the Minnesota Wild 7-4 on Saturday.William Nylander added two goals and an assist, Calle Jarnkrok had a goal and an assist, and Tyler Bertuzzi also scored for Toronto, which got 28 saves from Ilya Samsonov.Mitch Marner and Morgan Rielly added two assists each.Matthews is the fifth player in NHL history to open a season with back-to-back hat tricks, joining Alex Ovechkin (2017-18), Cy Denneny (1917-18), Joe Malone (1917-18) and Reg Noble (1917-18).Matt Boldy, Ryan Hartman, Marco Rossi and Brandon Duhaime replied for Minnesota. Jake Middleton and Connor Dewar both had two assists. Filip Gustavsson stopped 26 shots.Toronto, which picked up a 6-5 shootout victory over Montreal in its season-opener Wednesday, fell behind at 9:32 of the first period when Hartman tipped a shot past Samsonov.Matthews then started to take over.The Leafs centre, who won the Hart Trophy as NHL...

East Side church destroyed in early-morning fire

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:03:55 GMT

CHICAGO — A fire broke out at an over-a-century-old church in the East Side neighborhood overnight.The fire erupted at the Advocate United Church of Crist located on 103rd and Avenue L around 4 a.m. No one was in the building and no injuries were reported.Neighbors told WGN the noise woke them up and looked outside to see flames shooting out of the over 100-year-old church. ‘It’s just so senseless:’ Friend remembers man killed in attempted armed robbery in Humboldt Park Nearby residents of the church were ordered to evacuate, and the church pastor said when firefighters got there a brush of flames erupted upon opening the door. "Very emotional, I really don't have any words," senior pastor Rev. Malcom Griffith said.Rev. Griffith said he was doing ministry Friday and mentioned the building passed a code inspection. He also said the church is considered a lifeline for many people and is known for its work to help the homeless.

Woman accused of setting fire to Arlington Heights apartment

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:03:55 GMT

COOK COUNTY, Ill. — An Arlington Heights woman accused of setting her own apartment on fire has been charged, police say.According to Arlington Heights police, the fire started in 51-year-old Paula Cristina Sanchez's apartment in the 300 block of East Seegers Road on Thursday afternoon.Following the fire, investigators say evidence was recovered from the scene that indicated Sanchez had intentionally started the blaze. Security guard hospitalized after shooting in Grand Crossing Village inspectors deemed four nearby units uninhabitable due to damage from the fire, smoke and water.Sanchez has been charged with one count of aggravated arson. Authorities say she will remain in custody until her next court date on November 6.If convicted, Sanchez could face up to 30 years in prison.

2 injured in shooting near funeral home on Southwest Side

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:03:55 GMT

CHICAGO — An investigation is underway on Saturday night after a shooting outside of a funeral home on the city's Southwest Side, police say.According to Chicago police, two people were injured in the shooting, which happened around 4:40 p.m. on Saturday afternoon in the 5100 block of South Western Avenue in Gage Park. 8-year-old boy killed, woman injured after stabbing in Plainfield Township Officers say a 32-year-old man was shot in the arm and was taken to the hospital in fair condition. The second victim, a 72-year-old woman, suffered gunshot wounds to the leg, arm and side of her body. Police say she was taken to the hospital in good condition.Officers later recovered a vehicle in the 4200 block of West Gladys Avenue that police believe was used in the shooting. Police say two persons of interest were also taken in for questioning. Security guard hospitalized after shooting in Grand Crossing Currently, it is unclear what led to the shooting and officers say an investig...

Proposed new standards would change how Minnesota students learn social studies

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:03:55 GMT

By Becky Z. Dernbach | Sahan Journal / For MPR NewsMinnesota’s social studies standards are getting a long-awaited makeover — if an administrative law judge approves them this winter.On Sept. 25, the Minnesota Department of Education released a document outlining the “need and reasonableness” for the new standards.That may sound dry and bureaucratic. But the document marks the beginning of the end of a sometimes contentious three-year process that could result in major changes to the way Minnesota students learn social studies.If approved, the proposed changes will incorporate ethnic studies into state social studies standards for the first time. Those standards would go into effect in the 2026–27 school year.Minnesota law requires the revision of academic standards every 10 years. A 36-member committee that included teachers, parents, university professors and tribal representatives developed the proposed social studies standards. They consulted a wide range of materials, including...

River Falls suffers first loss of the season in top 10 matchup with Warhawks

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:03:55 GMT

Wis.-River Falls is undefeated no more, and it was a familiar foil who handed the Falcons their first loss of the season.No. 7 Wis.-Whitewater turned back the No. 4-ranked Falcons 21-14 on Saturday at Ramer Field, creating a three-way logjam at second place in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference football race.River Falls, Whitewater and Oshkosh are all 5-1 overall and 2-1 in the WIAC, one game behind Wis.-La Crosse (5-1, 3-0). The Falcons finish their regular season with games against La Crosse and at Oshkosh.It was an underwhelming performance from both sides of the ball for the Falcons, especially on offense, where they fell short of their season averages in rushing yards, passing yards and total points. Quarterback Kaleb Blaha, a senior from Coon Rapids, threw for 211 yards and a touchdown and rushed for 103 yards and a touchdown but also threw two interceptions.The Falcons lost the turnover battle 4-2, and Whitewater also dominated time of possession, holding the b...

LLS Light the Night walk for blood cancer

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:03:55 GMT

LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society gathered as a community to raise money for blood cancer research and treatment. Their 60th annual Light the Night fundraiser anticipated over 2,000 people to walk the Siena College campus.Described as holding the fifth largest fundraising walks in the world, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society has raised over one billion dollars since its start in 1949. The local New York chapter was founded in 1963 by the Ostroff family and others. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! "They thought when I was born in 1960 that I had leukemia. At the time, leukemia was fatal. There was no survival," described Rick Ostroff of Ostroff Associates.Rick Ostroff was eventually diagnosed with a different blood disorder and later became co-chair of the Light the Night Fundraiser with the co-owner of Lia Cars, Bill Lia. Together they raise money for a cure. Bad Blood 5K Run to be held at Siena Col...

Blues outlast Kraken for 2-1 shootout win in home opener

Published Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:03:55 GMT

ST. LOUIS - The St. Louis Blues weathered through their second game of the season very similar to their first. Tight through three periods, stout goaltending paved the way to a shootout. This time around, for a win. The Blues defeated the Seattle Kraken in their home opener on Saturday at the Enterprise Center. The Blues won their fourth consecutive home opener. Former Blue Jaden Schwartz opened the scoring in the first minute second period, while Jordan Kyrou answered later that frame. Robert Thomas had the shootout winner. Jordan Binnington stole the show with 30 saves. Check back for extended recap.